Smoking Cessation: NRT Vs. CBT
A survey on cigarette smoking in the US revealed that 13.7% or around 34.2 million Americans were current cigarette smokers in 2018. Although numbers are gradually declining, these figures are alarming…
Cocaine Addiction: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Cocaine addiction, also known as cocaine use disorder, occurs when a person continues to use cocaine despite the serious cognitive, behavioral, and physical consequences. A person may also become dependent…
What is Opioid Use Disorder? Symptoms and Treatment
Opioid Use Disorder is defined as "a pattern of opioid use that results in clinically significant functional impairment or distress". Signs and symptoms of opioid dependence include tolerance, withdrawal, repeated…
Cannabis Use Disorder: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What is cannabis use disorder? Cannabis use disorder (CUD) is a diagnosis given to people who have problems with marijuana use. DSM 5, commonly referred to as DSM 5, introduces…
Stimulant Use Disorder: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Stimulant use disorder is a disorder in which stimulants are used non-medically. In the DSM-5, a substance abuse disorder is defined as "a prolonged use of stimulants such as amphetamines,…